Across industries, a quiet transformation is gaining momentum—one where growth is guided by purpose, and innovation is driven by responsibility. This World Environment Day, companies across India are showing what it truly means to build with the planet in mind. Whether it's designing smarter infrastructure, reducing environmental impact, or empowering teams to lead greener change from within—sustainability is no longer an add-on, it's a mindset.
The path forward is clear: the future belongs to those who act today, not just for profits, but for the planet we all share. Technology leaders across the industry have shared their perspectives with DT, offering insights into the steps they are taking to embed sustainability at the heart of their business strategies.
“Plastic pollution, the focus of this year’s World Environment Day, is a pressing global challenge that calls for a fundamental rethink of how materials are produced, used, and discarded. At Acer, this urgency has shaped our approach to sustainability through initiatives like Earthion, where we are actively working to reduce plastic use by eliminating single use plastics in packaging and incorporating post-consumer recycled materials in products such as the Acer Vero series."
"Beyond product design, we are transitioning to fully recyclable, paper-based packaging and partnering across our supply chain to embed sustainable practices. These efforts are part of our commitment to minimizing environmental impact and moving towards 100% renewable energy by 2035. World Environment Day reminds us the responsibility to innovate thoughtfully and act decisively to create a more sustainable future.”— Sooraj Balakrishnan, Associate Director & Head of Marketing, Acer India.
"The demand for data and computing is growing exponentially, and so is the environmental impact of data centers, which are among the most energy-intensive parts of our digital ecosystem. Traditional cooling methods further amplify this footprint by consuming excessive electricity and water. To address this growing challenge, the industry must embrace smarter, more efficient technologies. Lenovo’s Neptune liquid cooling technology offers a game-changing solution."
"By removing up to 98% of system heat through direct water cooling, it cuts power usage by up to 40% and reduces reliance on energy-hungry air conditioning. It also enables heat reuse for building heating or cooling, supporting a circular energy model. As AI and high-performance computing evolve, adopting sustainable innovation like Neptune are no longer optional, it’s essential. It's proof that digital growth and environmental responsibility can go hand in hand." - Amit Luthra, Managing Director, Lenovo ISG India.
"At NetApp, sustainability is at the core of our operations, technology offerings, and campus initiatives. In line with this Environment Day's theme, we are committed to combating plastic pollution through various proactive measures. We've replaced plastic water bottles with refillable glass ones, introduced ceramic mugs instead of plastic-coated paper cups, and transitioned from plastic stirrers to wooden alternatives."
"Additionally, we repurpose milk packets as sapling bags for our in-house nursery and have eliminated plastic bags for parceling, opting for eco-friendly alternatives. We believe that innovation and sustainability must go hand in hand, and these small steps significantly contribute to making our campus fully sustainable."- Krishnamurthy Bettan, Director Workplace Experience, NetApp India.
“At Tata Tele Business Services, we believe that sustainability is not just a commitment—it’s a way of life. This World Environment Day, we reaffirm our pledge to minimize our environmental impact by conserving energy and water, promoting circularity, and transitioning to renewables. Every conscious choice we make—whether in our operations or daily habits—takes us a step closer to a more sustainable and resilient future. Together, with our customers, partners, and employees, we are shaping a greener tomorrow—one responsible action at a time.” - Aditya Kinra, Vice President, Tata Teleservices.
“At Quick Heal Technologies Ltd., protecting the digital world goes hand in hand with preserving the planet. As an ESG-driven organization, we are deeply conscious of our environmental impact and actively work to minimize our carbon footprint. A few years ago, we optimized our product packaging by reducing its size by 38 percent and adopting 100 percent biodegradable materials while saying no to plastic. This conscious shift has helped conserve critical natural resources such as trees, water, and fuel across our supply chain. Our Extended Producer Responsibility program ensures that all e-waste is recycled through authorized partners. As of the last financial year, we had responsibly processed over 0.5 metric tons of electronic waste.”
“In addition to this, our CSR arm, Quick Heal Foundation relentlessly works towards developing youth of the country and creating awareness on digital fraud and cyber risks amongst the often overlooked yet most vulnerable sections of our society. Sustainability is not a checkbox. Hence, it is a strategic, long-term commitment embedded in our operations, product design, and corporate responsibility. This World Environment Day, we reaffirm our dedication to building a safer, cleaner, and more sustainable digital and environmental ecosystem.” - Vishal Salvi, CEO, Quick Heal Technologies Limited.
“At AceCloud, we firmly believe that the advancement of digital technology must be accompanied by a strong commitment to environmental responsibility. As leaders in AI-powered cloud solutions, our mission goes beyond driving innovation—we are dedicated to shaping a digital future that is not only intelligent and efficient but also sustainable. Further, through our cloud-hosted virtual desktop solutions, we help organizations reduce reliance on physical infrastructure, cut down on plastic-heavy hardware waste, and eliminate the need for printed documentation—enabling remote work that’s not just efficient, but also eco-conscious."
"Today, on World Environment Day, I urge businesses to rethink legacy systems, embrace cloud-first strategies, and be part of the global shift toward a cleaner, greener planet. Looking ahead, we are committed to deepening our integration of renewable energy sources, advancing carbon-aware cloud operations, and promoting initiatives that foster a circular digital economy. At AceCloud, we don’t just deliver cloud solutions—we are building the foundation for a smarter, cleaner, and greener digital world.” - Dr. Sangeeta Chhabra, Co-Founder & Executive Director, AceCloud (a brand of RTDS )
“Plastic pollution symbolises a broader environmental crisis that demands urgent and united action. At Vertiv, we view sustainability as central to our innovation. As we help power the world’s digital future, we’re equally committed to protecting the planet on which the future depends. Our approach to sustainability goes beyond energy efficiency to challenge every aspect of how infrastructure is built and managed, including how materials like plastic are sourced, used, and disposed of."
"We recognise the imperative to reduce waste across our operations, supply chain, and packaging. From optimizing thermal and power solutions to advancing circular economy practices, we are committed to building a digital infrastructure that respects planetary boundaries. As stewards of critical infrastructure, it’s our responsibility to lead with purpose, designing solutions that serve not only the data-driven world, but also the environment we all depend on.”- Dr. AS Prasad, VP, Product Management & Engineering, Vertiv India.
“At Qlik, we see plastic pollution not just as an environmental issue, but as a solvable data challenge. Across our global offices, we’ve eliminated single-use plastics and adopted eco-friendly practices across events, sourcing, and operations. But our greater impact lies in helping others act. Through partnerships with C40 Cities, UNFCCC, and Van Oord, we support real-world, data-driven solutions - from tracking plastic use to identifying smarter ways to reduce waste and build climate resilience."
"We’re proud to work with nonprofits and public sector organizations that turn data into impact, whether it's supporting climate dashboards, open-access tools, or smarter recycling systems. These are more than pilot projects - they demonstrate what’s possible when insight drives action. As we continue this journey, our commitment to achieving net zero by 2030 remains central to how we innovate, operate, and empower others.”- Julie Kae, VP Sustainability and Impact, Executive Director, Qlik.org
At KPIT, sustainability is deeply embedded in our vision to Reimagine mobility with you, for the creation of a cleaner, smarter, safer world. The mobility ecosystem is evolving rapidly, with software and electronics redefining vehicle architecture, and in this shift, sustainability must be foundational — not reactive. As we enable global OEMs to develop software-defined, electric, and intelligent vehicles, we also believe our responsibility lies in ensuring that the way we work, grow, and contribute mirrors the future we’re helping to build. Our social responsibility is driven by Education, Environment, and Energy, with Employee Engagement as the core of all focus areas."
"This organisation-wide commitment is backed by measurable action. Under our sustainability roadmap EcoVoyage 2030, we are progressing toward net-zero emissions, and our campuses are steadily transitioning to renewable energy sources. At our Pune campus alone, over 2,800 indigenous trees have been planted across the green belt and hill slopes, supporting soil retention and ecological balance—leading to an increase in biodiversity, including renewed migratory birds.”
“We want to make sure we all leave a positive legacy through our work and have some wonderful stories of impact to share with our families. In FY25, KPITians collectively undertook more than 15,000 actions, including planting trees, carpooling, eating less meat, and more. This number being higher than our headcount, it averages at least one action per person. Moreover, when tracked at an individual level, 40% of employees reported undertaking at least one sustainability initiative last year, with this percentage rising further when factoring in all our CSR activities."
"Our environmental initiatives also extend into communities. Through afforestation and water conservation work in rural areas, over 61,000 trees have been planted with a survival rate exceeding 95%, and nearly 44 million liters of water have been conserved, directly benefitting more than 46,000 individuals.” - Manasi Patil, Lead for Sustainability Initiatives, KPIT.
“At Mphasis, we firmly believe that long-term progress must be ethical, inclusive and sustainable. Environmental considerations are an essential part of how we grow as a business and engage with the communities around us. Organisations today have a responsibility to move beyond short-term metrics and invest in building long-term ecological and social value. Our collaboration with United Way of Bengaluru reflects this commitment. Since 2022, we have constructed over 1,300 percolation wells across Bengaluru. Each well conserves more than 1.28 lakh litres of rainwater annually, contributing to over 171 million litres of groundwater recharge every year. This initiative is helping restore the city’s water resilience while strengthening urban sustainability.”
“Equally significant is our 'Mangrove Matters' initiative in Pulicat, where we are restoring 70 acres of mangrove forest while creating sustainable livelihoods for the Irular tribe through their involvement in sapling care and ecosystem maintenance. The project not only improves biodiversity and climate resilience but also supports community upliftment through nature-positive action. These efforts reflect our belief that sustainability must be rooted in both environmental responsibility and inclusive development.” - Deepa Nagraj, Head of ESG and CSR, Mphasis.
“Over the years at UST, sustainability has shifted from being just a strategic focus to something that quietly influences how we work, how we build teams, and how we make decisions. What has moved it forward is the steady effort of many people choosing to act together in ways that make sense for their teams, their roles, and the communities around them. We’ve seen this take shape through everyday actions like the zero-waste hackathons, afforestation drives, and paperless workstreams. Not because they were mandated, they happened because people cared and felt trusted to take the lead.”
“One example is our Colors platform. Built on behavioral science, it gives our associates the space to lead projects around sustainability, wellbeing, and community. Over the past year, that’s meant transforming unused spaces into herb gardens, switching to reusables in cafeterias, and helping local women to launch sustainable micro-businesses. Taken together, these grassroots efforts, alongside broader systemic changes, contributed to a 20% reduction in our Scope 1 and 2 emissions, while our facilities reached 50% renewable electricity usage by the end of 2024.”
“Across the organization, we also saw more than 16,300 volunteering hours logged through over 170 community-based projects, with initiatives that impacted 127,000 lives globally, a reflection of what happens when sustainability becomes part of the culture, not just the strategy. This World Environment Day is a moment to pause and notice the quiet efforts happening all around us. It’s in the way people choose to act sometimes in small, simple ways that add up to something meaningful over time. That’s how a culture shifts. Not all at once, but together.” - Vishnu Rajasekharan Nair, Director, Sustainability and Culture, UST.
“At Automation Anywhere, we believe technology must be a force for good - not only in transforming how work gets done, but in protecting the planet we all share. Over the past year, in collaboration with WWF-India, we have been leveraging automation to enhance marine litter monitoring and accelerate environmental impact. Our solutions have enabled the identification of over 4,400 plastic pollution hotspots along Odisha’s coastline, empowering conservation teams to collect, analyze, and act on data more efficiently than ever. We plan to expand these efforts in the coming months to further amplify impact and scalability."
"This work builds on our broader commitment to purpose-driven innovation, as reflected in our 2025 Impact Report, which highlights thousands of volunteer hours and growing employee participation in global sustainability initiatives. Every organization has a role to play. By embedding sustainability into the heart of innovation, we can solve some of our planet’s most urgent challenges.” - Neeti Mehta Shukla, Co-founder and Chief Social Impact Officer, Automation Anywhere.
"At Virtusa, engineering goes beyond technology; it's about shaping a more sustainable world. This World Environment Day 2025, we reaffirm our commitment to Engineering with Purpose and our focus on ending plastic pollution. Through our Global Plastics Policy, we have taken meaningful steps to reduce plastic waste. These efforts are part of our broader sustainability agenda, which is centered on creating measurable environmental impact."
"Whether it's restoring mangroves and forest ecosystems or helping communities thrive, we are dedicated to making a positive difference. Sustainability is embedded in the way we engineer solutions, and we remain devoted to driving significant impact for a better tomorrow. Let's continue to work together towards a cleaner, greener, and more sustainable future.” — Amit Bajoria, Chief Financial Officer, Virtusa Corporation.
“On this World Environment Day, let’s remember that sustainability is no longer a choice—it’s a responsibility we owe to the planet, to future generations, and to ourselves. The era of unchecked consumption is behind us. Today, the question is not whether we need to change, but how urgently and how collectively we act. The real shift begins when we stop viewing sustainability as a siloed domain of experts and policymakers, and start recognizing it as a shared commitment; embedded in every household, every industry, and every decision we make. It’s time to move from linear thinking, where we extract, use, and discard, to circular solutions that regenerate value and resources at every stage.”
“From how we manufacture products to how we recycle old devices, from minimizing waste to maximizing reuse each step we take contributes to a larger ripple effect. In the circular economy, waste isn’t the end; it’s the beginning of something new. India, with its scale, talent, and urgency, has the opportunity to lead this global transformation. But it starts with intention. It starts with awareness. And above all, it starts with action. The planet doesn’t just need applause for sustainability—it needs accountability. Let’s rise to that challenge.” - Rajesh Gupta, Founder & Director, Recyclekaro.
“At NXP, caring for our environment and our workforce are deeply interconnected. This World Environment Day, we reaffirm our commitment to building a sustainable future through measurable action — from reducing Scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions and scaling renewable electricity, to recycling over 89% of our waste and 55% of our wastewater. Supported by global certifications, strong oversight, and continuous workforce training, our efforts are rooted in accountability and action. These steps not only reflect our global ESG goals but also align closely with India’s Net Zero ambitions — a national mission to achieve carbon neutrality by 2070. Together, we’re turning environmental ambition into action, and action into long-term impact.” — Hitesh Garg, Vice President and India Managing Director, NXP Semiconductors.
“Plastic pollution is choking our planet, harming ecosystems, well-being, and the climate. Plastic waste clogs rivers, pollutes the ocean, and endangers wildlife. While steps are being taken towards reusability, reducing single-use plastics, and improving waste management, we must go further, faster. GIS can help us achieve more impactful outcomes. Through GIS, we can map plastic pollution hotspots, monitor waste flows, and identify gaps in infrastructure."
"This location intelligence equips governments, businesses, and communities with the insights needed to act swiftly and strategically. At Esri India, we are committed to supporting the Sustainable Development Goals by empowering stakeholders with the geospatial tools required to drive impactful, data-driven environmental action. Ending plastic pollution begins with understanding where it exists and how it moves—and GIS helps us do exactly that.” - Agendra Kumar, Managing Director, Esri India.
"The importance of World Environment Day continues to grow as emissions increase every year. The urgency to find an environmentally cleaner way of life has never been greater. The focus must be on climate solutions we can adopt and scale right now even as newer solutions emerge and become economically viable. Academic institutions must ensure that all graduating students understand climate change and have deep knowledge of climate solutions. This is not a competitive game – we will win only if we work together in the true spirit of collaboration.” - Dr. Anirban Ghosh, Professor and Head, Centre for Sustainability, Mahindra University.
“At IDEMIA Secure Transactions (IST), environmental sustainability is thought into everything we do. On World Environment Day, we reaffirm our commitment to reducing environmental impact across our operations, from eco-designed products to improved manufacturing and service processes. Initiatives like GREENPAY and GREENCONNECT reflect how IST incorporates environmental considerations into secure payment and connectivity solutions. We follow a clear path: reduce, reuse and recycle, while partnering with responsible suppliers and driving resource efficiency across our value chain. At IST India, this commitment comes alive through energy-efficient practices, waste reduction, and community-driven initiatives.” - Matthew Foxton, India Regional President and Executive Vice President of Branding & Communications, IDEMIA Group.
“This World Environment Day, as the global focus sharpens on curbing pollution, we’re reminded that sustainability must be embedded in every layer of business operations, including how we move people. With ESG goals reshaping corporate strategies, businesses are rethinking employee transport and Routematic is proud to lead this shift. As India’s leading AI-driven Corporate Transport-as-a-Service provider, we combine AI powered route optimization, shared mobility, and EV integration to reduce emissions and resource use. Serving 300,000+ users across 23 cities, and targeting 30% EV fleet adoption, we’re building a corporate mobility ecosystem that’s smart, responsible, and truly sustainable.” - Sriram Kannan, Founder & CEO, Routematic.
"At Magenta Mobility, our mission goes beyond clean transportation, we are committed to building a truly sustainable ecosystem, starting right from our own workplaces. On World Environment Day 2025, with the global theme ‘Ending Plastic Pollution,’ we reaffirm our dedication to minimizing plastic use across all facets of our operations. In our offices and hubs across India, we have taken deliberate steps to reduce and, where possible, eliminate single-use plastics. From replacing disposable cutlery and bottles with reusable alternatives to adopting sustainable packaging and green office supplies, we are cultivating a culture of conscious consumption. Our employee-led ‘Plastic-Free Workplace’ initiative has helped foster daily habits that support this vision, be it carrying reusable water bottles, using cloth bags, or ensuring proper segregation and recycling.”
“While our core work in electric mobility helps reduce carbon emissions on the road, we believe that meaningful climate action begins at the desk. Every policy, every product choice, every lunchbox decision matters. We have implemented waste tracking systems in our offices and are working with vendors to further reduce plastic footprints across our procurement and logistics channels. World Environment Day serves as a powerful reminder that sustainability is a collective responsibility. At Magenta Mobility, we are proud to walk the talk, not only by enabling zero-emission logistics but also by embedding environmental consciousness in our everyday practices. A plastic-free future is possible, and it starts with the choices we make today." - Maxson Lewis, Managing Director and CEO, Magenta Mobility.
“On this World Environment Day, we reaffirm our commitment to driving sustainable change by supporting innovative climate-tech companies. Our mission is to connect visionary entrepreneurs with the capital they need to build a greener, cleaner future for India and beyond, helping accelerate the journey to net zero. Together, through collaboration and conscious investment, we can speed up the transition to a low-carbon economy and create lasting environmental impact. Let’s use this day to inspire action and embrace sustainability in small day-to-day choices we make in our lives.” - Vasudha Madhavan, Founder & CEO, Ostara Advisors.
“On World Environment Day, we’re reminded that true innovation must be sustainable at its core. At RackBank, our carbon-neutral AI datacentres reflect this belief—combining performance with purpose. Our patented Varuna Liquid Immersion Cooling System not only reduces cooling costs by up to 70%, but also significantly improves energy efficiency, helping us and our clients minimize environmental impact. Our approach to sustainable technology goes beyond energy—it includes thoughtful resource management across the infrastructure lifecycle, including efforts to reduce material and plastic waste.”
“We are minimizing the use of single-use plastics, optimizing material reuse, and adopting eco-conscious alternatives across our data center operations and deployment practices. By rethinking how we build, power, and scale digital infrastructure, we are proving that technology can grow without compromising the health of our planet. Sustainability isn’t a side initiative—it’s a design principle.” - Narendra Sen, Founder & CEO, RackBank.
“This World Environment Day, we reaffirm our commitment to driving sustainability through smarter IT practices. At Orient Technologies, we help our clients adopt responsible IT lifecycle management—maximizing asset utilization, extending hardware life, and ensuring environmentally safe disposal. These practices not only reduce electronic and plastic waste but also support a more circular, low-impact approach to technology. By embedding sustainability into every stage of the IT lifecycle, we're helping businesses build greener digital infrastructures without compromising performance.” - Ajay Sawant, Chairman and Managing Director, Orient Technologies Limited.
“With aggressive technology transformation efforts in the BFSI industry over the past few years, the need for sustainable operations has become even more pertinent. There is an urgent call for organizations to not just focus on digitization, but approach their tech integration journeys in a way that reduces the environmental footprint and builds long-term resilience. There is a critical need to rethink how everyday operations impact the planet, including the rising concerns around plastic-heavy, paper-dependent legacy systems or energy-intensive cloud and automation deployment.”
“Organizations across the sector are adopting measures that are helping them embed sustainability within the fabric of digital transformation. In tandem, there is an increased focus on green job profiles within the sector, with companies hiring specialists to enable their sustainable development journeys. In fact, the BFSI sector by itself is expected to add close to 0.7 million green jobs over the next 5 years, fundamentally fast-tracking responsible innovation in the ecosystem.” - Anuj Khurana, Co-Founder and CEO, Anaptyss.
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